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Gaekwar
/ ˈɡaɪkwɑː /
noun
- history the title of the ruler of the former native state of Baroda in India
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Gaekwar1
C19: from Marathi Gaekvād, literally: Guardian of the Cows, from Sanskrit gauh cow + -vad guardian
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Example Sentences
Just beyond this gateway is the grand, grim, grey old palace of the Gaekwar.
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The recent denunciation of caste by an enlightened Hindu ruler, the Gaekwar of Baroda, is a further significant sign of the times.
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The Maharaja of Gaekwar has introduced it in his territories.
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The present style of the ruler is Maharaja Gaekwar of Baroda.
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"The Gaekwar of Baroda," announced the woman, pointing to the card on the inside of the lid.
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